Conference Committee

PMJA's Conference Committee focuses on the following:

• Focus on selecting the conference theme and overall structure of the event 
• Identify keynote speakers to support the conference theme 
• Develop the call for proposals 
• Improving representation of all groups in public media journalism through programming that is conscious of diversity, equity and inclusion 
• Ensure adequate funding to execute the conference through grants and sponsorship 
• Develop exhibitor strategy and participate in soliciting participation 
• Work with local host stations to ensure representation of local culture and outreach to appropriate local audiences 
• Outreach to non-members in the geographic region where the conference is held 
• Reviews ratio of resource input to impact to ensure PMJA time and resources are providing the greatest value for members